Podcasts about Ignoring

What if the life you're living right now is being shaped by the words you speak every day—especially the ones you say to yourself? In this video, I break down what I call the Creation Principle of Integrity from my book Take the Stairs:

The crisis in Sudan is taking another devastating turn. Over the past several days, a genocidal paramilitary group known as the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) has attacked a sprawling refugee camp in Darfur. As I write this, nearly 400,000 people have fled the camp and are now traversing the desert in search of safety. Meanwhile, the RSF is mounting an offensive on the last major city in Darfur not under its control. This escalation comes as the world rather quietly marked the second anniversary of Sudan's civil war. In April 2022, two rival generals vied for control of the country, plunging it into chaos. Two years on, Sudan has become the world's largest humanitarian crisis, with over 12 million people forcibly displaced from their homes. One of them is Dalia Abdel Moneim. She fled her home in Khartoum shortly after the war began and is now living in Cairo. She joined me for a conversation about the unfolding catastrophe in Sudan.

Struggling to persist with your thyroid health routine—no matter how much you want to feel better? It's not just about discipline. There's often a deeper reason you keep falling off track.In this conversation, functional medicine practitioner Leigh Brandon breaks down why willpower isn't enough—and what to do instead. He shares the six foundational habits that support your health at the root, from better sleep and hydration to how you think. Leigh also explains how your ‘why', your values, and even your subconscious childhood beliefs can shape your ability to follow through. Plus, hear about practical tools (like his “Stickability” method) to help you stay consistent, even when life throws curveballs. This episode feels less like a lecture and more like a sit-down with someone who gets it.If you're ready to shift from stuck to steady on your thyroid health journey, this is the episode you won't want to miss, tune in now!Episode Timeline: 0:00 - Podcast Overview1:12 - Podcast Intro1:44 - Meet Leigh Brandon and His Holistic Health Journey2:55 - The Moment That Changed Everything6:13 - A Lifelong Commitment to Learning6:43 - Building Your Health Toolbox8:10 - Why Knowledge Isn't Enough8:55 - How Beliefs Drive Your Actions9:26 - What a Growth Mindset Really Means11:29 - Common Reasons Health Goals Fail14:40 - Planning for Real-Life Setbacks17:32 - Why Advice Alone Doesn't Work19:00 - The Subconscious Runs the Show20:50 - Short Break22:03 - How Your Mind Reacts to Your Environment26:45 - Understanding Survival Archetypes30:10 - The Six Health Foundations You Need37:20 - Reducing Exposure to EMFs37:34 - Detoxing Inside and Out37:51 - How Detoxification Actually Works39:06 - Why Core Values Keep You on Track39:49 - The Four Doctors Within You41:44 - What Stickability Really Teaches43:10 - Where to Connect with Leigh Brandon43:52 - Final Thanks43:57 - Podcast Outro44:19 - Wrapping Up the EpisodeAbout Leigh Brandon: Leigh Brandon is a Functional Medicine Practitioner, CHEK Practitioner, CHEK Faculty Instructor, author and podcast host. His extensive training and years of clinical experience has given Leigh the ability to provide a truly holistic approach to helping his clients over the years, which they have found very effective, often times after other approaches hadn't helped.Connect with Leigh Brandon: Leigh Brandon's Stickability CourseLeigh Brandon's PodcastLeigh Brandon's Youtube Free resources for your thyroid healthGet your FREE Thyroid and Immune Health Restoration Action Points Checklist at SaveMyThyroidChecklist.comHigh-Quality Nutritional Supplements For Hyperthyroidism and Hashimoto'sHave you checked out my new ThyroSave supplement line? These high-quality supplements can benefit those with hyperthyroidism and Hashimoto's, and you can receive special offers, along with 10% off your first order, by signinTo take the Save My Thyroid Quiz visit www.savemythyroid.com/quiz Do You Want Help Saving Your Thyroid? Access hundreds of free articles at www.NaturalEndocrineSolutions.com Visit Dr. Eric's YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/c/NaturalThyroidDoctor/ To work with Dr. Eric, visit https://savemythyroid.com/work-with-dr-eric/

On this episode we read your guys' responses on red flags that you ignored due to being in love. We hope you enjoy!

There's no shortage of business advice out there, but let's be real, some of it just doesn't work for me. And I'm guessing it's not all going to work for you either! Join The Co-op - The Membership for Online Businesses Connect with Abagail Instagram All the Links! I've learned the hard way that not all advice is created equal. In today's episode, I'm sharing where I'm intentionally being a rebel; where I'm choosing what actually aligns with my values and giving myself permission to evolve. I hope this episode gives you the spark to do the same. We're going to tackle these, one piece of bad advice at a time, and I'll break down exactly why I'm not following it.  Episode Highlights Why You Shouldn't Do Less to Make More [0:01:05]  You Don't Need a Huge Audience to Make Real Money [0:03:10] What You Should Actually Focus On & Why it Isn't Growing Your Team [0:06:17] How to Stop Glorifying Burnout & Making Ease Seem Like a Failure [0:14:54] Fight Me on This: You Don't Need a Niche! [0:17:04] My Perspective on Where to Place Your Pricing [0:20:41] How to Win with Just One Offer & One Thing You Shouldn't Fear Monetizing [0:25:26] The Permission You Might Not Know You Need [0:32:45] Our Sponsor: FreshBooks get 70% off for 4 months Thank you for listening! Please subscribe, rate, and review The Strategy Hour Podcast on iTunes. Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and greatly appreciated. For show notes, go to bossproject.com/podcast.

Is your content blending in?Are you conforming to the "big influencer" way of marketing?Meet Jeff Felten, The Email Welcome Sequence Guy.He'll remind you and me that we are the MAGIC in our MARKETING - except when we get in our own way.Or - we lose sight of how to nurture people once they say "YES" to joining our community.Jeff predicts:➤ you are simply not making enough offers➤ your welcome sequence needs work Is he right?Queue up episode #261 to find out.Highly recommend a note taking session with this one. We don't just work as we share, we foster communication with the other.  That means we have tons of fun as we connect and share our areas of genius. Jeff Felten LI

Two judges, overseeing different deportation related cases brought against the Trump administration, are getting more frustrated. Trump officials are ignoring or outright defying federal court orders. It has District Judge James Boasberg announcing that there is probable cause to find the government in contempt after the showing what he called "willful disregard" for his order to stop planes carrying alleged gang members to El Salvador. Federal Judge Paula Xinis says that despite her order for Trump officials to facilitate the return of the deported alleged gang member Kilmar Abrego Garcia, whom the Trump administration admitted was deported by error, they have not communicated any movement on progress . For that inaction, Judge Xinis is considering whether to hold officials in contempt. We welcome long time talk show host and friend of the show Pat Thurston in the first hour. Then, Former federal prosecutor and now defense attorney, David Katz will join to share his thoughts on the contempt, enforcement of judicial orders and more.

Visit the website to get on the email listwww.podpage.com/the-3-13-men-money-and-marriageIf you want to make a donation to the show, Cash app $a114johnsonSummaryIn this episode of the 313 Men, Money, and Marriage podcast, host Andrew Johnson explores the downsides of dating one's type. He discusses how personal preferences can limit dating opportunities, the influence of family and social media on our expectations, and the importance of being flexible in relationships. Johnson emphasizes the need to recognize red flags and the potential for personal growth when dating outside of one's usual type. He concludes by addressing the dangers of having unrealistic expectations in relationships and the importance of self-awareness in the dating process.TakeawaysPhysical attraction is a major factor in dating decisions.Expectations can be shaped by family and past relationships.Being too rigid about your type can limit your dating pool.Flexibility in preferences can lead to better relationship outcomes.Ignoring red flags can lead to unhealthy relationships.Dating outside your type can foster personal growth.Unrealistic expectations can prevent finding a compatible partner.The dating landscape is influenced by social media.Self-awareness is crucial in the dating process.Father time affects physical appearance, so focus on deeper qualities.The Downsides of Dating Your TypeWhy Your Type Might Keep You Single"Our types sometimes will keep us single.""Don't ignore the red flags.""Father time is undefeated."Chapters 00:00 Understanding Your Type in Dating03:10 The Consequences of Having a Type08:14 The Impact of Expectations and Influences12:34 Red Flags and Personal Growth16:52 Unrealistic Expectations in Relationships

Caregiving in the workplace is a conversation too few leaders are having—and it's costing businesses more than they realize. Hidden behind turnover rates, disengaged employees, rising healthcare costs, and inconsistent performance is a workforce silently struggling to manage dual roles. Employees at every level, from entry-level staff to the C-suite, are balancing the demands of their careers while caring for aging parents, children with special needs, or loved ones facing health challenges. Yet most organizations aren't equipped to support them, and many employees never speak up. Sue Ryan, Chief Inspirationalist and a strategist for workplace caregiving solutions, brings this challenge into sharp focus. Drawing from over 30 years of personal caregiving experience and professional leadership, Sue shines a light on what she calls the workforce blind spot—an exponentially growing crisis that's costing U.S. businesses an estimated $33 billion annually in lost productivity and turnover. The issue isn't just personal—it's systemic. And it's avoidable. As the U.S. population ages rapidly, with those over 65 set to outnumber those under 18 by 2030, the pressure on working caregivers is increasing fast. The fastest-growing demographic in the country is now adults over 85. This demographic shift is creating ripple effects in every industry, affecting employee well-being, engagement, and long-term retention. Leaders who ignore this trend risk falling behind—not just in compassion, but in performance. Supporting caregiving in the workplace doesn't mean overhauling business models or adding burdensome policies. In fact, many solutions already exist within organizations; they just haven't been adapted to meet this need. Sue breaks down how simple shifts in culture—starting with top-level leadership—can make a meaningful difference. It begins with normalizing the conversation. When employees feel safe acknowledging their caregiving responsibilities, it opens the door to flexibility, planning, and improved collaboration. Business leaders often assume caregiving is an HR issue. That's a costly mistake. When the executive team leads with clarity and openness, human resources can activate systems, provide training for managers, and integrate caregiving into team planning and scheduling. But without visible, top-down acknowledgment, the conversation stalls before it ever starts. Employees who can't speak up often leave, taking their skills and institutional knowledge with them. Sue also draws attention to what she calls the “sandwich generation”—employees, often in their 40s or 50s, who are supporting both aging parents and dependent children while maintaining full-time roles. These team members bring valuable experience and insight to their companies, but their capacity is being stretched thin. Ignoring their reality leads to burnout, disengagement, and missed opportunity. Normalizing caregiving in the workplace can be as straightforward as updating onboarding conversations, creating safe spaces for disclosure, and encouraging leadership to model openness. Organizations like Deloitte, Starbucks, and Amazon are already seeing measurable results from acknowledging and addressing this reality—improvements in productivity, employee satisfaction, and retention. The shift doesn't require large financial investments—it requires intention. Companies already have many of the operational, legal, and financial structures in place to support this evolution. The missing piece is leadership. When executives set the tone, the culture follows. It becomes easier for teams to adapt, cross-train, and collaborate in ways that support both business goals and employee well-being. This is more than a human resources initiative—it's a business growth strategy. Addressing caregiving in the workplace is about keeping your best people, increasing engagement, and reducing the hidden costs of turnover. With the right awareness and tools, organizations can create environments where employees bring their full selves to work—without hiding a critical part of their lives. Watch the full episode on YouTube. Don't miss future episodes of Fordify LIVE! every Wednesday at 11 AM Central, streaming on your favorite social platforms. Catch new episodes of The Business Growth Show Podcast every Thursday for a weekly dose of business growth wisdom. About Sue Ryan Sue Ryan is a speaker, strategist, and Chief Inspirationalist dedicated to transforming how organizations support family caregivers in the workplace. With over 30 years of experience navigating her own caregiving journeys while maintaining a professional career, she equips business leaders with the tools and insights to turn caregiving from a hidden liability into a competitive advantage. Sue helps organizations reduce turnover, improve engagement, and build cultures of empathy and performance. Learn more at SueRyan.Solutions. About Ford Saeks Ford Saeks is a Business Growth Accelerator who has helped generate over a billion dollars in sales for companies ranging from startups to Fortune 500s. As President and CEO of Prime Concepts Group, Inc., he focuses on customer acquisition, brand visibility, and innovation. With over 20 years of experience, Ford has founded more than ten companies, authored five books, and holds three U.S. patents. His expertise also extends into AI-driven content strategy, showcased at the Unleash AI for Business Summit. Learn more at ProfitRichResults.com and watch his TV show at Fordify.tv.

Welcome to the Know Your Numbers REI Podcast! In this episode, host Chris McCormack, CPA, MBA, and founder of Better Books, dives deep into the topic of tax extensions. If you or someone you know has filed for an extension, this episode is a must-listen!Chris explains what it means to file an extension, addressing common questions such as whether it's a good or bad decision. He emphasizes the key aspects that individuals should have in order when filing an extension and highlights what can wait until later. With a mission to eliminate frustration surrounding taxes and bookkeeping for entrepreneurs and real estate investors. Chris shares valuable insights drawn from his experience at PwC and his journey in founding Better Books. Tune in to gain a clearer understanding of tax extensions and how they can impact your financial strategy.Download Our Free Interest Calculator, to help you understand the potential interest you may owe if you filed an extension, we're offering a free interest calculator. This tool will estimate how much interest you could be paying based on your income and tax obligations.If you find value in this episode, please share it with a friend! Don't forget to follow our Spotify channel and follow us on social media for more tips on managing your business finances.Thank you for tuning in, and remember: understanding your numbers is key to financial success!••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••➤➤➤ To become a client, schedule a call with our team➤➤ https://www.betterbooksaccounting.co/contact••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••Connect with Chris McCormack on Social MediaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/chrismccormackcpaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrismccormackcpaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrismccormackcpaJoin our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/6384369318328034→ → → SUBSCRIBE TO BETTER BOOKS' YOUTUBE CHANNEL NOW ← ← ← https://www.youtube.com/@chrismccormackcpaThe Know Your Numbers REI podcast is for general information purposes only and is not intended to provide, and should not be relied on for, tax, legal, or accounting advice. Information on the podcast may not constitute the most up-to-date legal or other information. No reader, user, or listener of this podcast should act or refrain from acting on the basis of information on this podcast without first seeking legal and tax advice from counsel in the relevant jurisdiction. Only your individual attorney and tax advisor can provide assurances that the information contained herein – and your interpretation of it – is applicable or appropriate to your particular situation. Use of, and access to, this podcast or any of the links or resources contained or mentioned within the podcast show and show notes do not create a relationship between the reader, user, or listener and podcast hosts, contributors, or guests.

The news of Texas covered today includes:Our Lone Star story of the day: State Representative Hillary Hickland has an important bill, HB 1549 the Retail Decency Act, that needs passing but many of the insider leadership types don't want to deal with it. The bill needs a hearing in committee and you need to take action to call the committee chairwoman, Rep. Angie Chen Button, and tell her staff you want an immediate hearing on HB 1549, the Retail Decency Act by Rep. Hickland. Call both the Austin and Richardson offices and ask for an immediate hearing. As chairwoman, Button has the power to get this done.Our Lone Star story of the day is sponsored by Allied Compliance Services providing the best service in DOT, business and personal drug and alcohol testing since 1995.Other items from the legislature covered: TSRA working on several gun issues that need support. Texas legislature passes bill to create state version of Trump-inspired DOGE Texas Senators Move to Ban Local Government Funding of Abortion Travel Entities Texas Cyber Command Legislation Passes Texas House Bill banning LGBTQ, other advocacy flags in public schools clears Texas Senate Texas House OKs bill expanding student discipline measures Effort to curb antisemitism in public schools and colleges advances in Texas Senate Texas' Sales Tax Holiday for Emergency Supplies is April 26-28.Sen. Mayes Middleton launches bid for Texas attorney general. Also, Mayra Flores to challenge Henry Cuellar in TX 28. Flores hospitalized shortly after announcement.Listen on the radio, or station stream, at 5pm Central. Click for our radio and streaming affiliates.www.PrattonTexas.com

Have a question you want answered on the podcast? Send us a text!What if the symptoms you're battling aren't just physical…but energetic?In our latest episode, Hope Pedraza—a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner, Certified Holistic Nutritionist, Reiki Practitioner, Human Design guide, and founder of inBalance—shares how she helps female entrepreneurs and leaders optimize their energy and wellbeing through functional labs, subconscious reprogramming, and energetics.Hope reveals how emotional blocks can manifest as physical symptoms, why mineral imbalances may be sabotaging your energy and thyroid health, and how aligning with your unique energetic blueprint can prevent burnout. Ignoring this side of health may keep you in a cycle of short-term fixes and recurring symptoms. But tuning into this episode could be the shift that finally moves the needle—not just for your body, but for your work and purpose too.Get ready for an eye-opening, mind-expanding, and practical conversation that bridges science and soul.

Ebro, Laura, and Rosenberg host HOT 97's flagship program "Ebro In The Morning!" on today's episode 4/15/25 - Rosenberg ramping up for Wrestlemania, Laura Never Loses Split, Women in Space, Americans in El Salvador prison, Ignoring the Supreme Court, Bezos Falls Down, Hot Take Tuesday and much more! All that and more on Ebro In The Morning! To be a part of the Gurus email theguru@ebrointhemorning.com To be a part of Freedom Friday email info@ebrointhemorning.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Yep! Change often feels like swimming upstream against sticky currents. Even if the status quo is a mess, we cling to it like a life raft. Why? Because the familiar feels like less work for our brain, even when it's failing us. In this episode, guest co-hosts Eli and Casey unravel the complex web of emotions and instincts that make embracing change feel like swimming through sticky peanut butter. Inspired by future of work thought leader Ira Wolfe's insights, this deep dive is your ticket to understanding the messy, human side of transformation. Here's what you'll uncover: Our Addiction to Certainty: Our brains are wired to see uncertainty as a threat. Some call this status quo bias. Like survival mode, this triggers a primal response in us. Knowing why change feels unsettling is step one in managing it. Loss Before Gain: Change almost always feels like a loss initially, even if it leads to greater benefits later. It's crucial to acknowledge and address this sense of loss to help people move forward. Culture and Control: The norms and culture of our "tribe" are formidable forces. Ignoring them can lead to resistance. Moreover, people need a sense of control. Ensuring involvement and offering ownership of the change can dramatically reduce pushback. Dive deeper into this episode and let's continue the conversation on how to lead through change effectively and make change work for you.  

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Send us a textHey Pickles!We have a brand new episode for you!This week, in our Noteworthy segment, we're discussing the cost of vegan groceries around the US. Have your groceries been costing you more?Our Main Topic this week takes a hard look at how Avian Influenza and the spread in if it in confined animal farming are on the way to becoming a recipe for the next global pandemic. Why aren't our governments admitting the correlation? How will the decimation of US health agencies affect our ability to control the spread of avian flu? This is definitely a topic that we will unfortunately be revisiting over the coming years.Here are some interesting articles on the subject:https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/antimicrobial-stewardship/antibiotic-use-livestock-rise-30-globally-2040-according-new-estimateshttps://www.loudounnow.com/news/fox-found-with-bird-flu-in-loudoun/article_32496494-ba9e-499c-8575-c41d53bb74f8.htmlhttps://www.cidrap.umn.edu/avian-influenza-bird-flu/mexico-reports-its-first-human-h5n1-avian-flu-casehttps://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/bird-flu-heading-north-spring-fewer-federal-health-officials-working-s-rcna199607https://www.thestar.com/news/canada/british-columbia/with-8-7m-birds-dead-b-c-farmers-assess-avian-flu-toll-and-worry-about/article_b13d6dbb-19fb-505e-973b-47aa96434a78.htmlhttps://www.wisfarmer.com/story/news/2025/04/08/first-case-of-bird-flu-for-2025-confirmed-in-poultry-flock-in-sheboygan-co/82986228007/We have a recipe this week in our Vegan Cookbook Challenge! This week we made a delicious eggplant recipe out of Big Vegan Flavor by Nisha Vora!You can get a copy of the book for yourself here: https://amzn.to/4j8pozUWe have a new restaurant in our Vegan Restaurant SOS series, and we send some love to an Ontario Canada vegan spot.Of course, we have a new Listener Shout Out, and plenty of our usual shenanigans!We hope you enjoy the show. Thanks so much for listening!Love, Sam & ChristineSupport the showJoin Our Patreon https://www.patreon.com/CompassionandcucumbersSign Up For Our Newsletterhttps://www.compassionandcucumbers.comOur YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@compassioncucumbersveganpod/videos72 Reasons To Be Vegan *paid link https://amzn.to/3W8ZwsUVisit Our Website https://www.compassionandcucumbers.comSam's Etsy https://www.etsy.com/shop/CucumberCraftworks

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Episode Summary Sometimes, despite our best intentions, we can accidentally enable bad behaviour within our teams. In this episode, Ben explores three subtle but powerful ways leaders might unintentionally allow bad behaviour to grow and how to address it before it causes bigger issues. In This Episode, You'll Learn: How being unavailable to your team can create opportunities for bad behaviour to go unnoticed. Why addressing only the symptoms (not the real issue) can allow bad behaviour to persist. The risks of focusing too much on results and overlooking how those results are achieved. Key Takeaways: ✅ Being present physically or virtually helps you observe, support, and guide your team more effectively. ✅ Direct conversations with team members about their behaviour are essential - don't just tweak processes and hope for the best. ✅ Results matter, but so does how you achieve them. Ignoring bad behaviour in high performers can harm team morale, collaboration, and long-term success. Resources Mentioned: Episode 149: Steps to Break Negative Behaviour Patterns Top 3 Time Management Skills for Busy Leaders Enjoyed this episode? Please leave a positive review on your podcast app of choice - it helps spread the word to other thoughtful leaders like you!

Sleep is not just a luxury—it's a foundational pillar of health that influences nearly every aspect of our well-being. Sleep deprivation doesn't just cause fatigue; it disrupts hormones, drives inflammation, damages metabolism, and accelerates aging. From the gut microbiome to stress hormones like cortisol, sleep is deeply intertwined with brain, immune, and metabolic health. Yet our modern world—filled with late-night screens, ultra-processed foods, and chronic stress—works against quality rest.  In this episode, I discuss, along with Dr. Matt Walker and Shawn Stevenson, why we need to address sleep as a core health priority to unlock healing, prevention of chronic disease, and renewed vitality. Matthew Walker earned his PhD in neuroscience from the Medical Research Council in the UK, and subsequently became a Professor of Psychiatry at Harvard Medical School. He is currently a Professor of Neuroscience and Psychology at the University of California, Berkeley, and director of the Center for Human Sleep Science. Matt's research focuses on the effect of sleep on human health and disease, brain, and body. He has published more than 100 scientific research studies and has received numerous funding awards from the National Science Foundation and the National Institutes of Health. Matt has given a main-stage TED Talk that has been viewed over 13 million times, has also created several TED Miniseries on sleep, a MasterClass series on sleep, and is author of the New York Times bestseller, Why We Sleep. Matt is also the host of the 5-star-rated, The Matt Walker Podcast. Shawn Stevenson is the author of the USA Today National bestseller Eat Smarter, and the international bestselling book Sleep Smarter. He's also the creator of The Model Health Show, featured as the number #1 health podcast in the U.S. with millions of listener downloads each month. A graduate of the University of Missouri–St. Louis, Shawn studied business, biology, and nutritional science and became the cofounder of Advanced Integrative Health Alliance. Shawn has been featured in Forbes, Fast Company, The New York Times, Muscle & Fitness, ABC News, ESPN, and many other major media outlets. This episode is brought to you by BIOptimizers. Head to bioptimizers.com/hyman and use code HYMAN10 to save 10%. Full-length episodes can be found here: How to Optimize Your Sleep with Dr. Matthew Walker How To Stay Asleep And Sleep More Deeply Hack Your Sleep

By refusing to engage in your ex's breadcrumbs, you show self respect, deny your ex validation and force them to confront their true intentions.  Dating/relationship expert Lucia breaks down why ignoring insignificant messages is a silent power move that puts you back in control.Get coaching!Download Silenzio App:  iPhone OR AndroidRead No Contact Secrets Book

While America's eyes are elsewhere, a bombshell Wall Street Journal report reveals China has openly admitted to cyberattacks on critical U.S. infrastructure — water systems, ports, airports, even nuclear plants. In a secret December meeting, Chinese officials confessed to launching the series of attacks known as Volt Typhoon as punishment for U.S. support of Taiwan. The Biden administration's stunned reaction, Trump's shaky response, and the media's silence raise urgent questions: Are we already under digital siege? And can we afford to keep letting our enemy build the tech our lives depend on?

What you're ignoring... is going to ignore you. Ignoring your finances? Good luck finding financial abundance. Ignoring your emotional healing? Good luck finding an emotionally healed partner. This week I give you the hard advice we all need. ✨If you are just starting out on your healing and manifestation journey, OR you are seeking something that will hold you accountable and keep you consistent month after month, The Love Her Wild Membership costs less than two trips to Starbucks, and will give you access to everything you need. Ready to dive into that deep end? Go check out my programs and see which one fits where you are at right now!Interested in a 1:1 mentorship call with me? Lets chat. Want to finally start your journaling practice? Check out my manifestation and healing journals here!For all my favorite healing books, manifestation resources, and spiritual tools check out my amazon storefront here! ____________________________________________________________________________ Coupon Codes:For all my Itty Bitty Titty Comitee ladies out there (like me) Get 10% off your order at Pepper Bras using coupon code HAPPILY10 : Shop HEREProtect your home from EMF...

Send us a textIn this episode of The Golf Intervention, we ride the wave of Masters-induced motivation and ask the big question: How bad do you really want it?The Masters always sparks that itch to get better, but what separates the golfers who actually improve from those who just ride the high for a few days? We dig into the keys to making real progress this year—turning that spark of motivation into long-term discipline, learning how to allocate your time, energy, and money in smart ways, and filtering out the noise from social media that derails so many players.If you're serious about getting better this season, this one's for you.Topics Covered:

We lose our spark and love for life for many reasons: burnout, mental ill health, people pleasing, a breakup. When we do it can feel like life gets very boring, it loses colour, we lose interest and we can become cynical towards all of the small joys and brilliance of being alive and being human. In this episode we break down six tips for getting your spark back: The power of rest Choosing to live light versus live heavy Reconnecting with your inner child + play Seeking inspiration in the mundane and The Alchemist Exercise + the healing power of nature Ignoring the urge to compare Listen now for when you're in a rut or have lost your spark! PREORDER MY BOOK: https://www.psychologyofyour20s.com/general-clean Follow Jemma on Instagram: @jemmasbeg Follow the podcast on Instagram: @thatpsychologypodcast For business: psychologyofyour20s@gmail.com The Psychology of your 20s is not a substitute for professional mental health help. If you are struggling, distressed or require personalised advice, please reach out to your doctor or a licensed psychologist.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The podcast is a classic Eric Hörst tour de force of climbing wisdom! No matter your ability level, training background, or goals, listening to this episode will challenge your current approach and inspire you to reinvent your training for better results. In this hour-long lecture, Coach Hörst breaks down 10 common training mistakes. Chances are, one, two, or maybe even several of these missteps will hit close to home. But don't get discouraged—get psyched! Identifying these flaws empowers you to train smarter day in and day out, and to course-correct your long-term plan. That's the key to unlocking more effective training—and real gains on the rock! Start your journey toward better training and harder climbing today! RUNDOWN 0:16 - Welcome statement... 0:53 - Eric introduces the powerful topic of correcting common training mistakes. Whether you're current in a serious training block or just doing weekday maintenance training as a tune-up for weekend sending, this is a must-listen episode.  1:50 - Common Mistake #1: Training without a well-designed and personalized plan for improvement. 5:20 - Mistake #2: Copying someone else's training program (aka "copy cat training") 9:30 - Mistake #3: Doing the exact same workout over and over without modification, progression, or deload periods. (aka “Groundhog Day” Training) 16:28 - Mistake #4: Doing little or no sub-maximal climbing (aka always projecting, limit climbing, and "competing with yourself"). Listen to the first in a series of five T4C podcasts on Energy System Training >> 25:15 - Mistake #5: Not doing any generalized aerobic training [Brief Commercial Break] - SAVE 15% on PhysiVantage Nutrition >> (code: PODCAST15) 33:45 - Mistake #6: Doing little or no max-strength finger flexor training 40:37 - Mistake #7: Doing little or no antagonist and stabilizer muscle training 44:45 - Mistake #8: Getting drawn into a serious weight lifting, body building, or cross-fit style program 50:00 - Mistake #9: Ignoring -- and training through -- developing aches and pains Listen to T4C podcast #39 on the "Perfect Storm" for climbing injuries >> 59:00 - Mistake #10: Overeating (or undereating) and failing to provide your body with the energy and building blocks needed to gain strength, endurance, resilience, and recovery faster. 1:09:30 - Eric serves up his final thoughts on how you can use the informtion from this podcast to take your climbing to the next level! 1:10:30 - Eric invites you to sign up to his Training For Climbing Newsletter...for a monthly dose (or two) of training content to your inbox! Go to TrainingForClimbing.com and enter your name and email in the pop up box that appears. Contact Eric on Instagram @eric_horst or @training4climbing -- subscribe to Eric's T4C YouTube channel. *** Save 15% on PhysiVantage Nutrition with checkout code: PODCAST15 *** Support the Training For Climbing podcast sponsor, PhysiVantage. Get 15% off full-priced nutrition for strength gains, endurance, recovery, and injury resistance. Use checkout code: PODCAST15 (North America only). Europe and elsewhere visit EPIC-TV Shop or BananaFingers.com to get your PhysiVantage! PLEASE write a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts and SHARE this podcast with a friend! SAVE on La Sportiva shoes here >> Thank you! La Sportiva, Maxim Ropes, DMM Climbing, Friction Labs Music by Misty Murphy Follow Eric on Twitter @Train4Climbing Check out Eric's YouTube channel. Follow Eric on Facebook! And on Instagram at: Training4Climbing Copyright 2025 Eric Hörst | Horst Training, LLC.

Ignoring any unexpected offers to buy your business that might come your way is not in your best interest. But neither is dating all opportunities in desperation. David has four things principals should consider, whether or not you are actively looking to sell your firm.   Links “Should You Entertain That Offer?” by David C. Baker for punctuation.com 2Bobs London Meet-up on Thursday 8 May, 2025 at 2pm

Kevo talks Lamar Jackson being an absolute spoiled brat; John Oliver is an idiot & reminds us that the left will continue to die on the hill of NOT protecting our women; The Murder of a 17 year old at the hands of another 17 year old is largely being ignored while lies are being pushed; Left leaning media proves their evil and vile ways by remaining silent because of the races of the victim & alleged murderer; All this and more on....Unwavering: Toxic Masculinity from the Dudes Den sponsored by RHTC, Inc.

Scientists have brought back the dire wolf after thousands of years of extinction. Ignoring the obvious warnings that "Jurassic Park" gave about resurrecting extinct animals, Glenn has a different concern: Why is the CIA one of the investors in this technology?! Glenn goes through a couple of terrifying possibilities of dire wolves being brought back. Pat Gray joins Glenn and Stu to discuss the CIA investing in companies to bring back extinct animals for warfare and the dangers of AI being heavily involved in this process. Glenn and Stu warn of AI's memory limitations as Pat Gray warns society is quickly becoming the movie "Wall-E." Glenn outlines how America's education went from being the best to an embarrassment. There's a method to President Trump's madness, and Glenn explains why Trump is disrupting the system. Former ESPN announcer Sage Steele, who took on Disney and won, joins to discuss the major win former "Mandalorian" actress Gina Carano had in her wrongful termination lawsuit against Disney. Amie Parnes, co-author of "Fight: Inside the Wildest Battle for the White House," joins to share the never-before-told stories on Biden's decision not to run for re-election and Kamala's historic loss. Glenn and Stu further discuss Amie's book and what it exposes about Biden's presidency.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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About this Episode Pelvic floor health is a topic that's often shrouded in mystery and silence, yet it is fundamentally linked to our overall well-being, affecting everything from incontinence to intimacy. Many individuals, particularly those with female bodies, face the challenges of pelvic floor dysfunction post-pregnancy, during menopause, or even as athletes, without realizing that it is common but not normal and certainly not something they have to live with. Ignoring pelvic floor care can lead not only to physical discomfort but also strain in relationships due to issues like pain during intimacy or a lack of awareness surrounding one's own body needs. In this episode, we delve deep into the world of pelvic floor rehabilitation and prevention therapy to uncover the importance of addressing these issues head-on. Through holistic approaches, including exercises, education, and community support, listeners will learn about the often-overlooked muscles that play an important role in our bodily functions and intimate relationships. By shedding light on the resources and techniques available, listeners are encouraged to break the stigma, embrace their journey to healing, and ultimately improve their quality of life and connections with others. Patricia Siegel is a German native and Sports Scientist specializing in pelvic floor rehabilitation and prevention therapy. A former semi-professional track athlete, she is now the STRONG Fitness expert columnist regarding pelvic floor health. Check out the transcript of this episode on Dr. Jessica Higgin's website. Episode Highlights  04:32 Understanding postpartum health: Pain, support, and recovery. 10:16 Hormone therapy alternatives during menopause. 11:45 Inspiring personal stories of fitness and overcoming challenges. 15:52 The benefits of regular exercise and fitness recommendations. 19:03 The role of breathing techniques in pelvic floor health. 20:27 Athletic performance and pelvic floor strength. 23:54 Navigating postpartum intimacy and emotional health. 29:12 Breaking the silence: Educating women on pelvic health. 32:56 Addressing trauma's impact on pelvic floor health. 36:37 Communication's role in postpartum relationships. 38:09 Developing a holistic program for pelvic health. 42:15 Promoting awareness and education on pelvic health issues. 46:52 Practical tips for maintaining pelvic floor health. Mentioned Squatty Potty ERP 125: How Kindness Can Strengthen Your Love The McKibbin Brothers (YouTube Channel) ERP 071: How To Use Sexual Energy To Improve Your Health & Relationship – With Sarina Stone A Beginner's Guide to Mula Bandha (Root Lock) ERP 459: How To Support Sexual Desire In Relationship – An Interview with Dr. Jenn Gunsaullus Evolve in Love (program) Connect with Patricia Siegel Websites: thefitpelvicfloor.com Instagram: instagram.com/thefitpelvicfloor Connect with Dr. Jessica Higgins Facebook: facebook.com/EmpoweredRelationship  Instagram: instagram.com/drjessicahiggins  Podcast: drjessicahiggins.com/podcasts/ Pinterest: pinterest.com/EmpowerRelation  LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/drjessicahiggins  Twitter: @DrJessHiggins  Website: drjessicahiggins.com   Email: jessica@drjessicahiggins.com If you have a topic you would like it to be discussed, please contact us by clicking on the “Ask Dr. Jessica Higgins” button here.  Thank you so much for your interest in improving your relationship.  Also, I would so appreciate your honest rating and review. Please leave a review by clicking here.  Thank you!   *With Amazon Affiliate Links, I may earn a few cents from Amazon, if you purchase the book from this link.

In today's episode of The Root Cause Medicine Podcast, Dr. Carrie Jones sits down with Dr. Kellyann Niotis to discuss brain health and neurodegeneration prevention. What You'll Learn: 1. Why brain health should be a priority starting in early adulthood 2. How neurodegenerative diseases begin decades before symptoms appear 3. The role of lifestyle factors in maintaining brain health 4. New blood-based biomarkers and traditional imaging methods 5. The relationship between hormones and brain health Dr. Kellyann Niotis is the first and only fellowship-trained preventive neurologist specializing in early detection and prevention of neurodegenerative diseases. As a leading expert in brain health and preventative neurology, she brings extensive experience in movement disorders and Parkinson's disease to her practice. Through her work at the Institute for Neurodegenerative Diseases in Florida, Dr. Niotis focuses on identifying and addressing neurological health concerns decades before symptoms appear. She is dedicated to transforming how we approach brain health, combining cutting-edge diagnostics with personalized prevention strategies. Order tests through Rupa Health, the BEST place to order functional medicine lab tests from 30+ labs - https://www.rupahealth.com/reference-guide

I discuss the intricacies of post-conviction petitions and the nuances of the appellate process. As a seasoned appellate lawyer, I shed light on the critical timelines that can make or break an appeal and emphasize the importance of understanding the difference between a direct appeal and post-conviction petitions. I outline the crucial steps that need to be taken immediately following a conviction to ensure all avenues for appeal are properly pursued. With real-life examples and expert advice, I provide invaluable guidance for anyone navigating the complex legal terrain post-conviction. So, if you or someone you know is facing an appeal, this episode is a must-listen. Here's a sneak peek at some of the key takeaways:Timelines are Critical: Always be aware of the deadlines. In Ohio, for instance, the post-conviction petition deadline starts one year from when the trial transcript is filed in the court of appeals on the direct appeal.Know Your Ladders: I always emphasize the importance of understanding the two "ladders" in appellate work—direct appeal and post-conviction. Ignoring one can mean missing vital deadlines and opportunities to raise certain issues.Seek the Right Expertise: For a successful post-conviction petition, it's essential to assemble the right team of expert witnesses. Whether it's medical, psychological, or forensic experts, their involvement can significantly influence the case.Submit your questions to www.lawyertalkpodcast.com.Recorded at Channel 511.Stephen E. Palmer, Esq. has been practicing criminal defense almost exclusively since 1995. He has represented people in federal, state, and local courts in Ohio and elsewhere.Though he focuses on all areas of criminal defense, he particularly enjoys complex cases in state and federal courts.He has unique experience handling and assembling top defense teams of attorneys and experts in cases involving allegations of child abuse (false sexual allegations, false physical abuse allegations), complex scientific cases involving allegations of DUI and vehicular homicide cases with blood alcohol tests, and any other criminal cases that demand jury trial experience.Steve has unique experience handling numerous high publicity cases that have garnered national attention.For more information about Steve and his law firm, visit Palmer Legal Defense. Copyright 2025 Stephen E. Palmer - Attorney At Law Mentioned in this episode:Circle 270 Media Podcast ConsultantsCircle 270 Media® is a podcast consulting firm based in Columbus, Ohio, specializing in helping businesses develop, launch, and optimize podcasts as part of their marketing strategy. The firm emphasizes the importance of storytelling through podcasting to differentiate businesses and engage with their audiences effectively. www.circle270media.com

Ever walked into a room and forgotten why you're there? Before you blame stress or aging, the answer to better focus I share in this episode might be simpler than you think!I also share my personal experience with Magic Mind, a mental performance shot that has helped boost my focus and reduce stress (use code BEGIN20 for 48% off your first subscription or 20% off a one-time purchase at https://magicmind.com//begin20).In this episode, I dive into what might be the easiest way to boost your mental clarity and focus - proper hydration. I share fascinating research from a 2023 study showing how even mild dehydration can significantly impact cognitive performance, especially for those of us over 40.In this episode, you'll discover:Why middle-aged and older adults are more sensitive to dehydration's effects on the brainHow starting your morning with water instead of coffee can dramatically improve your focusWhat to try before reaching for caffeine during that afternoon slumpSimple strategies to maintain proper hydration throughout your dayThe surprising speed at which proper hydration can enhance mental performanceHere's the study I reference: https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/ajhb.24051Don't miss this episode if you're looking for an incredibly simple way to sharpen your mind without complicated routines or expensive supplements!

Coach Chris Newport explores the most common fueling and hydration mistakes that wreck performance and sometimes lead to dangerous health complications for endurance athletes, like:• Guessing with nutrition instead of using science-based approaches tailored to individual needs• Using the "kitchen sink approach" by throwing random products at problems like cramping without understanding root causes• Failing to train your gut alongside physical training for at least 8-12 weeks before events• Choosing the wrong types of carbohydrates that slow gastric emptying during exercise• Using identical fueling strategies across different distances and conditions rather than adjusting for intensity and environment• Ignoring underlying GI conditions that impact performance and fuel utilization• Overusing or improperly balancing electrolytes, especially sodium and potassium, which can be potentially fatalTo help you stop guessing and start fueling and hydrating with confidence, we just released our brand new hydration guide. It's updated, short, super practical and packed with easy ways to check if you're hydrating properly. For a more comprehensive approach, check out our Fueling and Hydration 6-week Bootcamp at theenduranceedge.com/fuelingbootcamp. Support the showDownload our free resources: 6 Steps to Triathlon Success: Free Guide Hydration Guide for Athletes Runner's Fueling & Hydration Cheat Sheet Guide to High Performance Healthy Eating Find us here: TheEnduranceEdge.comRace with us: Humans of Steel Olympic & Sprint Triathlon at Harris Lake, NCPurchase Safe Supplements here.Follow us on Instagram or Facebook

Have you ever found yourself on a relentless quest for success? You know, that constant push to achieve more, have more, and do more? But amidst all this striving, have you paused to wonder, "What does success truly mean for me?" In our latest episode, we unpack the idea of success and explore whether it's something you perpetually chase or can actually experience right now. I'm thrilled to have the incredible Melonie Taylor join us. Melonie is the Chief Energy Officer of Virtual Angels by Success on Purpose and a success mentor for burnt out, empathetic high achievers. With her background in nursing and personal experiences of burnout, anxiety, and depression, Melonie has transformed her life by learning to balance achievement with self-love. She's here to share her journey and insights on redefining success in your life. Here's what you'll discover in this episode: Why your idea of success might be setting you on a path to burnout—and how Melonie realized she needed to change her own path. What are the crucial steps Melonie took to move from feeling unfulfilled despite her achievements to living a life abundant with purpose and joy. How the simple act of breathing can help you access a calmer state of being, rewiring your nervous system for a more balanced life. What's the secret to distinguishing between true intuition and those sneaky ideas that might actually be holding you back? Why writing your own eulogy could be the unexpected exercise that brings clarity to your life's true priorities. Don't miss out on Melonie's inspiring story and practical tips that could guide you to a fuller, more satisfying version of success. Tune in to challenge your own perceptions and take a step towards fulfilling your true purpose today. About our guest: Melonie Taylor is the Chief Energy Officer of Virtual Angels by Success on Purpose and a Success Mentor for burnt-out, empathic high achievers struggling with anxiety and depression. She helps them rewire their nervous systems for abundance and joy. Her journey began with a profound question: “What is the purpose of life?” While working as a palliative care nurse for 18 years, supporting people in their final moments, Melonie found herself battling depression, anxiety, and a deep sense of unfulfillment. Though she was making a difference for others, she didn't know how to change her own life. Ignoring the universe's warning signs—stress, burnout, and emptiness—led to a breaking point. A fractured wrist became the catalyst for surrendering her ego to her Higher Self. This turning point ignited a journey of self-love, teaching her to embrace being instead of just doing. Now, through Virtual Angels and Success on Purpose Mentoring, Melonie is dedicated to preventing and healing disease by guiding others to rediscover joy and purpose. She empowers high achievers to shift from burnout to balance, creating lives filled with meaning, fulfillment, and true success. Connect with Melonie: Business name & website link: Virtual Angels by Success on Purpose https://www.virtualangels.com.au/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/melonie.taylor.75/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/virtualangelsbysop/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melonietaylor/ Apply to be a guest on She's The Business Podcast Do you have a story or relevant expertise to share with our global audience of female entrepreneurs? 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Having trouble in the bedroom? You might be surprised to learn that some of the medications you're taking could be contributing to erectile dysfunction.In this podcast episode, I pull back the curtain on the unexpected connection between common drugs and your sexual health. Discover which medications could be the culprits and, more importantly, what real steps you can take to address it.Ignoring this information could be the very reason you haven't found a solution yet. Tune in now!--------------Resources mentioned:Get Wood Now BoostMediterranean Diet--------------If you liked this episode, please SUBSCRIBE, like, leave a comment, and share so we can keep bringing you valuable content that gets results!--------------If you enjoyed this episode and want to learn more and get more tips, subscribe to The Modern Man newsletter for exclusive content delivered straight to your inbox! https://dranne.co/themodernman--------------Follow Me On:InstagramTwitterFacebookTikTokYouTube--------------For all links and resources mentioned on the show and where to subscribe to the podcast, please visit https://sexualhealthformenpodcast.com/medications-that-cause-erectile-dysfunction--------------Ready to empower your health journey? Secure your FREE PDF copy of the “5 Natural Solutions to Overcome ED” today! Dive into knowledge that could transform your life. Click the link below to claim your copy

Segment 1: • Todd addresses the ongoing debate about the “abomination of desolation” in Matthew 24. • Church history is filled with different interpretations, but what if all views are correct? • Todd challenges conventional thinking, proposing a new perspective on this pivotal scripture. Segment 2: • Perry Noble, the cussing pastor from New Spring Church, justifies his vulgar language. • New Spring, funded by the SBC two decades ago, is leaving the denomination after embracing controversial practices. • The SBC failed to address issues with this church earlier, now facing the consequences of their neglect. Segment 3: • New Spring Church's support of women in leadership—what happens when unqualified leaders are in authority? • Preaching is an authoritative act, and New Spring's practice contradicts biblical teaching. • Prediction: New Spring Church will soon have female elders, deviating further from Scripture. Segment 4: • A prisoner's testimony of salvation while facing two death penalties. • The gospel hit him hardest when he was in solitary confinement with only a blanket and Bible. • God's work inside prisons shows the transformative power of salvation, even for the hopeless. ___ Preorder the new book, Lies My Therapist Told Me, by Fortis Institute Fellow Dr. Greg Gifford now! https://www.harpercollins.com/pages/liesmytherapisttoldme ___ Thanks for listening! Wretched Radio would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Wretched Radio we would be extremely grateful. VISIT https://fortisinstitute.org/donate/ If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn't be more thankful for you if we tried!

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We've spent the last few years learning up close how a crisis like a global pandemic reveals and deepens all of our faults, inequalities, biases, and outright failures of empathy. But here's the kicker: it's not the first time. Plagues and epidemics have always shown us who we really are. And they've left footprints, good and bad, on our institutions and the stories we tell ourselves.So why do we keep missing the lessons?My guest today is Edna Bonhomme, a historian, author, and public health expert who looks at disease in captivity through her own story of near-death illness, Haitian migration, and a lifetime of asking: Why does our world blame instead of heal? Edna is the author of the new book, A History of the World in Six Plagues: How Contagion, Class and Captivity Shaped Us From Cholera to COVID-19. If you've ever wondered how pandemics warp our social fabric and what it would take to heal old wounds and stop repeating the same mistakes, stick around.-----------Have feedback or questions? Tweet us, or send a message to questions@importantnotimportant.comNew here? Get started with our fan favorite episodes at podcast.importantnotimportant.com.Take Action at www.whatcanido.earth-----------INI Book Club:The Anthropologists by Ayşegül SavaşFind all of our guest recommendations at the INI Book Club: https://bookshop.org/lists/important-not-important-book-clubLinks:Read Edna's book A History of the World In Six PlaguesKeep up with Edna's other workSupport global and public health with Partners in Health and Doctors Without BordersSupport independent journalism at places like Democracy Now, The Intercept, and Jacobin Magazine (US), or Novara Media and the Guardian (UK)Follow us:Find more ways to take action at whatcanido.earthSubscribe to our newsletter at

Another partial building collapse and hard hat giveaway; Ignoring high water signs; UFO Convention in Fairborn; Unstable Lumberjacks in Beavercreek; Baseball sized hail; Student hitmen; Losing a bet embarrassment; Tarot Card sucker; Minecraft movie opens; Current Event Quiz.

Order my newest book Make Money Easy! https://lewishowes.com/moneyyouCheck out the full episode: greatness.lnk.to/1361Dr. Jason Fung, Nephrologist and Best-selling Author shares the truth behind the health risks that you're ignoring.Sign up for the Greatness newsletter: http://www.greatness.com/newsletter

Ignoring important stories like Trump's Tariffs, and Cory Booker's non-fillibuster, we focus on good old-fashioned Dumpster Diving content like being trapped with a crazy person in Antarctica, crazy ladies stripping in airports and the brave fencer standing up for WOMEN!. Also, find out what kind of scientist Bridget would have been if she'd taken a different path in life.0:00 - Important Stories We're Ignoring 4:52 - Dumpster Diving 9:41 - Quest 10:41 - Weather 11:08 - More Dumpster Diving 14:42 - WOMEN! 17:29 - Phetasy News 18:26 - The Internet Is Glorious- Prioritize your health and find answers to the multitude of health questions you may have at Questhealth.com and use promo code FIRE get 25% off. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.phetasy.com/subscribe

Girl, let's keep it all the way real! In this episode of Girl, Stop Playin, I'm breaking down the relationship red flags we love to overlook — from love bombing, gaslighting, and emotional unavailability, to the subtle signs we sometimes romanticize in toxic relationships. Whether you're dating with intention, navigating a situationship, or healing from a toxic ex, this episode will help you stop second-guessing your intuition and start calling it what it is: your God instinct.I'm sharing personal stories, lessons learned the hard way, and some truth bombs to help you protect your peace and choose YOU. So if you're tired of the same relationship cycle or you just need a reminder of what healthy love really looks like, press play, take notes, and pass this episode along to a sis who needs it.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/girlstopplayin/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.phetasy.comWe're back to the basics here at Dumpster Fire. Important Stories We're Ignoring, and going for a little Dumpster Dive. - Prioritize your health and find answers to the multitude of health questions you may have at Questhealth.com and use promo code FIRE get 25% off.

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There are many things that can impact your ability to become pregnant. In today's episode, I'm reviewing the top 10 things to consider if you are TTC.    1. Environmental Toxins. Avoid microwaving food and plastic containers or bottles. Always store food and glass or stainless steel containers. Million Marker offers a test to find out if you have in-body toxicity. 2. Chemicals in food and everyday products. Verify that the products you are using are chemical free. You can do that on https://www.ewg.org/ 3. Being sedentary. The CDC and American College of OBGYN, both recommend exercise in amounts of 150 minutes per week. Avoid over exercising, as low BMI can also cause fertility issues. 4. Food allergies or intolerances. Work with a nutritionist to find out if you have a food allergy or other food intolerance. You may also want to consider working with a specialist if you have PCOS or using Pollie.co to help you manage PCOS if you have it. 5. Blocked Fallopian Tubes. Check with your doctor to find out if this is what may be causing you to have a hard time TTC. 6. THC and Cannabinoids can affect the motility of the fallopian tube and the receptors in the lining of the uterus. This makes embryo implantation harder and it might not happen as quickly as you would want. 7. Nicotine. Nicotine can affect the DNA and the egg in the sperm cells, and it can also affect a woman's fertility such that she could go potentially into menopause earlier. 8. Blaming birth control pills. Many people think that birth control pills "cause" infertility, but the truth is that because they regulate your period they may be masking the indicators of infertility. Make sure you get your hormone levels checked with your doctor every year to confirm your levels.  9. Ignoring biology. Every woman is born with a finite number of eggs, and if you want to wait to have kids until later in life, be sure and freeze your eggs when you are in your 20s.  10. Not getting enough sleep.    Listen on Dr. Aimee's website.   Curious about IVF? Click here to join Dr. Aimee for The IVF Class. The next live class call is on Monday, April 21, 2025 at 4pm PST, where Dr. Aimee will explain IVF and egg freezing and there will be time to ask her your questions live on Zoom.   Dr. Aimee Eyvazzadeh is one of America's most well known fertility doctors. Her success rate at baby-making is what gives future parents hope when all hope is lost. She pioneered the TUSHY Method and BALLS Method to decrease your time to pregnancy. Learn more about the TUSHY Method and find a wealth of fertility resources at www.draimee.org.

In this episode of The Rachel Hollis Podcast, Rachel tackles profound questions from her listeners about regret, dreams, and motherhood.Get your copy of Rachel's New Book Here: Audible, Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Books-A-Millon, Bookshop.org, or wherever books are sold!02:07 Ask R: Listener Questions03:25 Dealing with Regret and Learning from the Past12:02 Balancing Dreams and Responsibilities20:48 Navigating Relationship and Personal Growth31:09 Final Thoughts and EncouragementSign up for Rachel's weekly email: https://msrachelhollis.com/insider/Call the podcast hotline and leave a voicemail! Call (737) 400-4626Watch the podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RachelHollisMotivation/videosFollow along on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/MsRachelHollis To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices.

In this episode, Julie welcomes Sophia from Mexico City, who shares her mental, physical, and spiritual journey towards achieving her VBAC. Sophia discusses the challenges she faced in navigating the healthcare system in Mexico, and what she did to find a truly VBAC-supportive provider. While preparing for her VBAC, Sophia had a hard time finding well-documented VBAC stories from Mexico, so she hopes to inspire other women through her story. Sophia and Julie talk about the role of a mother's intuition in the birth space. Making confident decisions when you feel safe and supported is so powerful!Coterie Diapers - Use code VBAC20 for 20% offHow to VBAC: The Ultimate Prep Course for ParentsFull Transcript under Episode Details Julie: Good morning, Women of Strength. It is Julie Francom here with you today, and I am super excited to talk with our guest today, Sophia. She is from Mexico City, Mexico, and her VBAC story takes place there as well. I absolutely love hearing birth stories from all over the world, so I cannot wait to hear Sophia's story. But before we get started with that, I do have a really short and sweet Review of the Week. This one is from Google. It's a Google review and she says simply, "Great people sharing great information. They make me feel less alone in my journey to a VBAC". I'm so grateful for that review. I think that that is one of the most important reasons why Meagan and I wanted to start The VBAC Link is because our own journeys felt very lonely at times even though we were connected to the birth world and we had a strong birth community, there are certain parts of wanting a vaginal birth after having a C-section that are just very, very lonely. We are grateful for that review. We hope that whoever is listening now also feels a little less alone in this journey because we absolutely love you, and we are so grateful that you are here with us.All right, let's get going. I have Sophia here today. Like I said, Sophia's from Mexico City, Mexico. I'm just going to sit down and be quiet and listen because I have heard lots of really interesting and crazy and cool things about Mexico City, so I'm excited to hear her birth experience there. Sophia is the mother of Luca and Rio. I just said that. I'm just reading her bio right now. She says,  "I'm a Mexican and live in Mexico City." Perfect. She is a passionate advocate for women's rights and strongly believes in the magic that results from women building together, connecting, and supporting each other. Her motherhood journey has been very humbling and healing, and she is obsessed with talking about birth. Me too, girl. I am obsessed with talking about birth as well, so I'm excited to hear your story. I'm just going to go ahead and let you take it away, and we're going to talk.I'm sorry. I said I'm going to let you take it away, but really, I'm going to keep talking for just a second. I loved reading through your story, sharing about your birth team and prodromal labor and the different things that you did to keep labor going and moving along. I am really excited to talk at the end after we hear your story about some different things that you can do to prepare for a VBAC, both mentally, physically and all of the ways. So now for real, I'm going to let you go ahead and share your story with us. Thank you.Sophia: Well, thank you so much for having me. It's truly a dream come true to be here in the podcast. I'm just really honored to tell my story because, when I was starting to prepare for my VBAC, I found it really hard to find well-documented VBAC stories coming from Mexico and in general, from the global South. So I just hope my story helps other women living in similar contexts. So I guess I'll start with the story of my unplanned C-section. So half a year after my husband and I got married, we were ready to have kids. We met on Tinder. We dated for three years, and both of us really had had the opportunity to travel the world and do amazing things. We felt like we had a good pre-kids life, and we were just ready to start a family. I was 34 at the time, and I always wanted to try to get pregnant before I became 35. I got pregnant really fast actually, like the first try. So we were so shocked and excited and surprised. At the time, we were both working remotely in Europe. We were slowly making our way to Australia because my husband is from Australia. This was 2021 and as some of you might remember, Australia was under super restrictive lockdown. No one could come in. No one could get out, so we had not seen his family for three years, and we were just waiting for the ban to lift to be able to go in and spend some time with them. This is an important part of the story because while I was in Europe, especially in Belgium and in Australia, my pregnancy was taken care of by midwives. Especially in Australia, it's really normal that all healthy pregnancies are attended by midwives, and only those special cases or complicated ones are taken by gynecologists. So my pregnancy was a really healthy, enjoyable one. I am one of those women that really loved being pregnant. I was very lucky with both of my pregnancies. But this experience was so influential because in Mexico, although we have this wonderful history with midwives in Spanish called parteras, and that's actually where the use of Rebozo comes from, this practice continues mostly in rural and particularly in indigenous communities. But in the cities, there is a really concerning high rate of unnecessary Cesareans. There's this narrative that C-sections are the easy way out. I would even dare to say, in the 80s, it became sort of a socioeconomic status thing. Women who have access to private healthcare would just opt for a C-section either because their doctor recommended it to do so or because they just thought it was the easy way out. People would say, "Why would you put yourself under unnecessary pain if you can just go get a C-section?" Like it was nothing, right? So actually, most of the women that I know had a C-section, but having the experience with midwives, I decided I really, really wanted to try to have a natural birth. So I started getting informed. I actually work in philanthropy. I work on social justice issues, so I'm very well connected to feminist and women organizations, especially in Mexico City. I remember that there were all of these colleagues working to defend obstetric rights in Mexico City. I knew that they had a really good network of doulas. It was through them that I connected remotely with my doula, Neri Fernandez, who is amazing. We spoke on Zoom, and we clicked right away. She started preparing me for my return to Mexico. The plan was always to come back to Mexico during the third trimester so I could have my baby here. She started preparing me with the reality that it is to have a natural birth in Mexico City. She told me, "Honestly, there are very few truly labor-friendly hospitals and also very few labor-friendly gynecologists. A lot of them are going tell you that of course they're gonna support you in a natural labor, but around week 37 or so, they're gonna suggest going on a C-section by week 39." So, she gave me this list of questions to ask my gynecologist, the one that I had been seeing for the past five years. So she told me, "Once you get back and you go to your appointment, just use these questions for your conversation with him." At the time, I was very naive, so I was like, oh, I'm sure he's going to support me. I'm not worried about that. Anyway, I came back to Mexico, I went to my appointment, and honestly, in the first five minutes, I noticed that he wanted me to have a C-section for no reason. So I was like, oh, my god. Okay. So I told her, "Neri, I really need to contact another service provider." She gave me a list of labor-friendly doctors. And she told me, "There's this doctor whose name is Adriana. She is a gynecologist. But the way that she works is very similar to a midwife, the way that she treats her patients and the way that she respects the woman's body and everything. I think you're really gonna like her, but you should know that she can be a little bit tough. She's a hardcore feminist, and she truly believes in women's capacity to give birth, so she's not going to pamper you." Anyway, I went in. I met her. I loved her right away. She took me, which I was so appreciative, at the time, taking my case because I was already in my third trimester, and things continued to evolve smoothly. I mention this because since I got pregnant really easy, since everything was going smoothly, that's what I thought it was going to be in the case of my birth. I just thought that things were just going to develop like that.Julie: Oh my gosh. Can I just say that I thought the same with my first? I had the easiest pregnancy. I loved being pregnant, just like you, and then all of a sudden, wham-- preeclampsia, induction, C-section, and I was like, what happened? Yeah, anyway, sorry. I just had to add that in.Sophia: I think it happens to a lot of women.Julie: Yes.Sophia: So anyway, week 40 arrived, and there was no sign whatsoever of labor. And one mistake I made is that I told everyone about my due date. I'm an open book. So I told everyone just out of excitement. But then once the due date passed, people started reaching out, like, "Hey, how are you doing? Is baby here yet? Is everything all right?" That really threw me into a bad mental state. I started to get really scared and doubtful. I was just not mentally well at that time. I was just full of fear. I didn't accept it at the time. I was telling everyone that I was fine, but internally, yes, I was in that state. And now also thinking back, I think I prepared myself a lot physically. I have been practicing yoga for 10 years. I was doing a lot of prenatal yoga, etc., but I don't think I prepared myself mentally enough. Anyway, after week 41, Adriana, my doctor said, "I think we have to start discussing the possibility of an induction. Maybe by week 41.3 we can do a very gentle induction unless something else happens." I think two days after we spoke, I lost my mucus plug, so that was exciting, but then nothing was happening. Then we were almost at week 41.5, and she said, "I think at 41.5, I should induce you." But the night before the induction, I woke up in the middle of the night with a very intense feeling. I went into my living room. I sat on my birthing ball, and my water broke like a big gush like the movies. They tell you that's never gonna happen, but that happened to me. Contractions didn't start. But at that time, I didn't realize what this meant. I didn't know that this meant I was actually going to be on a clock after my waters broke. So I was actually very excited. I thought, okay, by tomorrow, I'm going to have my baby. This is amazing. I told my doctor. I told my doula, and they said, "Okay, well, no matter what, just come here to the birthing center."At the time, my doctor had a birth center, and the plan was always to labor there and then go to the hospital when I was closer to giving birth, because I just feel safer that way. And that was the plan with my insurance, etc. So I went the next morning to check me, and I was only at 3 centimeters. So she told me, "I'm going to recommend that you just go back home. Rest. Eat your favorite food. Try not to think about this too much, and when things escalate, just let me know." The problem then is that nothing escalated for a whole day when I went to sleep. And that night, I didn't sleep out of excitement mostly, but I was already feeling some contractions. I mean, I thought they were intense, but little did I know that they were not the most intense part. And then the second night, I also didn't sleep because now I did start getting contractions, a bit stronger ones. So the next morning, I went back into her practice. She checked me, and I was about a 5. And she said, "Things are progressing, but they're progressing quite slowly, so I'm going to give you a tiny dose of Pitocin just to make sure that things keep progressing." I stayed there in the birth center, and I was with my husband, and I was with my doula. And honestly, I remember that day very fondly. My husband and I danced. We used the shower. We used the Rebozo. We just the ball, the peanut ball and everything, but things were not progressing. It was 7:00 PM, and I was only at 7 centimeters, and we were already reaching 40+ hours. And as you know, once your water breaks, I mean, at least in Mexico, they recommend that you have your baby within 48 hours because otherwise you start risking infections. So I told my doctor, "I just want to go to the hospital. I need a change of scenery, and it's just gonna make me feel better." So we went to the hospital. The hospital did have this birth pool. I went into the water and just things stalled. I didn't progress after that. This whole time, they were checking my baby's heart rate, and it started raising a lot, like, scary a lot. It wouldn't regulate. Fear just took over my body, I think. She looked at me and she said, "Sophie, I think I'm going recommend that we go for a C-section." I looked at my doula, and my doula just nodded. I was so tired and so ready to meet my baby that I said, "Okay, yeah, let's go for a C-section." Once I decided that, it was the longest 40 minutes of my life because I thought, "Oh, well, I'm going to get under anesthesia now." But the anesthesiologist took an hour to get there, so I was in a lot of pain. Then we went into the OR, and to be fair, my gynecologist did everything possible to have a gentle Cesarean. We had dim lights. We had my playlist on. The whole focus was on me. Both my doula and my husband were with me. They were holding my hands. But the one thing that makes me sad about that is that I couldn't stay awake. I was so exhausted, so I was just asleep the whole time. I only woke up when I heard my son, Luca, crying. So exactly on week 42, he was born. I just remember someone in the OR yelling, "It's a huge boy." So he weighed 8 pounds, which is not massive, but for Mexican standards, he's really big. And Luca is a Taurus baby. He's determined, he's stubborn, and you cannot pressure him to do anything. He always does everything at his own pace, and this was just the first evidence of that. So anyway, luckily, he was okay. It was a rough recovery because I was just really not prepared for a C-section. It was challenging to get breastfeeding. He had difficulties to latch. It just took me a while to heal what had happened. But the one thing I do remember a lot is that when I was in my room, the doctor and my doula both came in and they said, "Sophie, we just want you to know that you and your baby are amazing. You did everything right. You just had so many things against you. But if you ever want to get pregnant again and go for natural birth, you can do it." That really stayed with me the whole time. So 18 months after Luca was born, my husband and I decided to get pregnant again. Again, we got pregnant the first try. I mention this not to brag about my fertility or anything like that. I know it's a sensitive topic, but for me, it was important because it was the first step to recover my confidence in my body and believe that I could really do this because once I started getting informed about VBAC, I realized that the healing I had to do was more internal. I really had to believe that I could do it. So I decided to stay with the same service providers, with the same doctor and the same doula, because they knew, they really knew my story. Well. And I called my doula, Neri, and I was like, "Hey, Neri, why are you doing this summer? Do you wanna have a baby with me?" And she was like, "Of course." Both my doctor and my doula recommended that I joined maybe like an online community of VBAC women. I had no idea what VBAC was. So then I found The VBAC Link website, the Facebook group. I took the VBAC class for parents. I found it so helpful. And for me, the fact that it was full of hardcore data, it was just so, so important. So in terms of physical prep, I tried to remain active, but I wasn't honestly doing as much yoga as before because I had a toddler. I was working full-time. I was running after my 2-year-old, and I really loved that my doula told me, "Don't get too stressed about working out. Just play with your kid. Play with your kid on the floor. That's going to be enough activity for you." I also really love that this time around, my gynecologist was not even telling me how much I weighed. I really loved that approach. It was just a really, really joyful pregnancy. Again, it was a healthy pregnancy. I did go to the chiropractor this time, which I didn't do last time. I also went to acupuncture sessions, and I did that the last time. I went with the same acupuncturist because I also thought it was good that she knew what happened before. I also took raspberry leaf tea and dates after week 36. So I did all of that physical prep. But what was different this time, I think it was my mental preparation. So as I said, I really, really tried to focus on healing internally, believing in my body, and believing in myself. So with my doula and also using the some of the guiding questions and stuff from the VBAC class, we started mapping out my fears. So she was like, "What are you afraid of?" And I said, "Honestly, I think what I'm most afraid of is that my waters break again before I start labor." So I remember asking in the VBAC Facebook group, "Hey, does anyone know anything about preventing PROM?" Someone suggested taking vitamin C. So I started doing it. And, this time, I felt so much more connected with my body, with my baby, with my intuition. At week 26, my baby was breech. And I remember asking again in the Facebook group, like, "What would you girls do?" And people told me, "You can do Spinning Babies. You still have enough time for baby to get in position, but it's always easier to move a baby when they're still small." So I did Spinning Babies, and my baby turned. So that was amazing. The other thing that is I consider being part of the mental prep is that I was also in a very different space, spiritually speaking. I am honestly not a religious person. I'm not the most spiritual person in the world, but this time I paid attention to a lot of signs. There was this one occasion that I was in my office, we were moving my office, we were moving to another place. And someone hired a shaman. Like a shaman, but it's an indigenous sort of magic priest because we all wanted to do some cleansing, like spiritual cleansing, before moving into the new space. She told me, "I don't do cleansing of pregnant women because it's not good for the baby, but I could give you a blessing". So I was like, "Yeah, of course." So she did this whole ritual. She told me, "You didn't have a natural birth before, did you?" I was like, "No, I had a C-section, but I'm trying for a VBAC." And she said, "I'm really certain that you're going to get it. I'm very sure that that day when you go into labor, your ancestors are going to be with you. I'm certain of it." And she also said, "There's something that characterizes you and has characterized you your whole life, which is having clarity and determination, Sophia, so this is not gonna be the exception." And she gave me this candle, and she told me, "Please, light this up when you go into active labor just to call your ancestors to be there with you." So I was like, "Okay, great." Then also on week 36-37, I had a nesting party. I invited a lot of friends over to help me prepare the house for baby. A friend of mine brought the tarot cards. She told me, "Do you want to pick a card?" And I was like, "Okay yeah, why not?" So I picked a card. That card was the card for strength. It was number eight of the major Arcana that depicts a woman taming a lion through the application of subtle force. That was so symbolic for me because it was strength. The picture really stayed in my head, and I had to think, obviously, about Woman of Strength. So there were all these symbols out there that just really put me in a very different mental state. So anyway, the day I went into labor, it was just one day before my due date. And this time, I didn't tell anyone about my due date. Only my mom and obviously, my husband knew. So one day before the due date, I started getting contractions. I had two weeks of prodromal labor, and I had that before in my first pregnancy, so I knew what it was. I mean, it can be so frustrating because you start getting prodromal labor, but it doesn't escalate, so you get sad. But I knew this time what it was, so I was trying not to pay too much attention to it and just continue with my life. But that day, I started getting real contractions. I knew that what I had to do was to go rest. I did do Miles Circuit. And anyway, I was pretty happy. But then 24 hours after, labor completely stopped. I was so scared of the story repeating itself, so fears started sneaking in. All the doubts. I started thinking, maybe natural labor is just not for me. I was crying. I was sad. I texted my doula and I said, "Neri, I'm just really bummed. I think this is not going to happen. I think I'm going to have a C-section again." She said, "Whoa, wait, I'm going to your house right now." She lives really close to my house. So in 15 minutes, she was here. This was at 8:00 in the morning of the due date, like week 40. And she said, "I think although baby is already engaged," because we knew it was already engaged, "I think it's not in the most optimal position, so I'm just gonna use the Rebozo." And we used the Rebozo. She told my husband and my mom how to use it. That was pretty magical. And then we also did a lot of Spinning Babies exercises. She said, "But aside from this, just try to relax. Everything's going to be okay." That day, I had my 40-week appointment with my doctor. I went and that was a game changer because she checked me, she checked my baby and she said, "Both of you are fine. Everything is okay. Please try to go home and relax. Do anything that makes you get oxytocin." She was like, "Why don't you go and eat or get a bath or eat cake in the bath?" And I was like, "Okay, that's a really specific suggestion, but why not?" So that made me feel much better. And she said, "I do recommend that you call the acupuncturist and tell her what's happening to see if she can give you an extra session." So I called my acupuncturist and she told me, "I'm an hour away from Mexico City because I'm teaching at a university, but I'm on my way there. I'm going to see you because I know you can do this." It was so sweet of her. She drove all the way here, she gave me a session and she told me, "I never do this, but I want to see you again. This was at noon." And she told me, "I want to see you again at night. Come here at 8:00 PM, and I'm going to give you an extra session that is specific to help baby get in a good position and to descend."So I was like, okay. So I went home. I actually came back and went to listen to Meagan's because I remember that she had a story of failure to progress. I listened to that episode. It was so helpful. So then I went back to the acupuncturist at 8:00 PM, and during the session of acupuncture, I felt a super strong contraction. Because what had been happening is that my contractions were intense, but they were really short. They were only 30 seconds. So when I was there, I knew that was a minute or longer. Anyway, after the session, I came back home, and they always recommended to walk after the acupuncture session. I went walking with my husband, and active labor started. It was clear, and it was so intense. It really started every 15 minutes, then every 10 minutes, then 7, then 5. So at 5:00, I texted my doctor and my doula, and they were like, "Okay. This is fantastic. Let's wait until you are 3-1-1." So every three minutes, one minute long for one hour. But I felt like things were going super fast. So I told Neri, my doula, "Can you please come see me?" Because she always told me the timing between contractions and the duration is important, but it's even more important that I see how you're acting. So she came. And in the meantime, my husband was packing the last things to go to the hospital. I also was pretty relaxed in the sense that my mom was taking care of my toddler, so I was really relaxed about that. My husband had become an expert in helping me put pressure in my hips during each contraction. He was packing and helping me, and he was just a rock star. He was offering me water, and he was my biggest cheerleader. Neri arrived, she saw me and she's like, "Okay, it's time to go to the hospital." So I was like, "Okay. So we went into the car." At this time, I was already in a lot of pain. Contractions were so long. They were 1:20, some of them, a minute and a half. It was super intense. I couldn't see anymore. I was just holding to the back seat. I was sitting in the back, just facing the other way. And here is where all the mental preparation really stepped in because I was remembering all of the affirmations that I was listening to. I was remembering all of the stories that I heard. I was also obsessed with watching birth videos. So all of that was going through my head. I love them so much. My dad, who was my favorite person in the world, passed away seven years ago. I could really feel he was there. It was just crazy. So anyway, I was doing all this mental work during each of the contractions while in the car. And this was at midnight, and we were very close to the hospital. The road was blocked, completely blocked by construction. And we were like, "Oh my god." I was in labor land. I was not paying attention to details, but I could hear in the back my husband and my doula getting a bit worried. My doula went out of the car, and I could hear her telling the police guys and the construction workers, "Hey, guys, we have a lady here that's in labor. If you don't let us through, she's going to have her baby here." And it was like, "Wow. Okay." So they opened the road just for us. We went through. We arrived to the hospital. And it's crazy at that time because you only do the few things that you can do in between contractions. I went into the room. This time, it was a different hospital. The room was so lovely. I remember it being a peach color. We had essential oils. We had my playlist. Again, my husband was my biggest cheerleader. Five minutes later, my doctor arrived, which made me feel so much better. And she's like, "I'm going to check you." I was already at an 8. So that was super exciting because it was already past what I had achieved last time, and then my water broke. My doctor said, "Sophie, I need you to look to me in the eyes and listen to me." So I looked at her and she said, "Sophie, this baby has to be born now, so I need you to start pushing." I was still not at 10 centimeters. I think I was 9 or something. But what they didn't tell me at the time is that my water already had meconium, and my baby's heart rate was starting to have some significant declines. But luckily, he was recovering. I was very thankful later on that they didn't tell me all of this because I was just so focused. So anyway, I tried different positions. First, I went and sat down on what we call a Mayan chair. I did all fours. So I think I pushed for an hour or an hour and a half. I just remember it being very magical in the sense just seeing my doctor, my doula, and my husband working together, cheering me, communicating even without words. Everything was just flowing. But still, baby was not being born, and pushing was so much harder than I thought. And also, I guess because I was not at 10 centimeters yet, I was not having the super urge to push, but they were guiding me to do so, and it was really, really great guidance. So finally I went into throne position, which, honestly, was the last position that I thought I was going to give birth in, but it felt all right. I was a second away to give up and to tell them, "You guys, I think I cannot do this." But then I remembered in all of the podcast stories that I listened to that usually when you're at that stage, it is because baby is about to be born. So then my doctor told me, "Sophie, baby is almost here. Do you want to touch their head?" We had decided this time not to know the sex until birth, so I had no idea if he was a boy or girl. I touched the head and that was so, so, so exciting. So I was like, okay. It just gave me another rush of energy. My doula said, "I really think two more pushes, and you're going to meet your baby." So I pushed once. The little head popped out and then it went back in. And then this whole time, they had been telling me to try not to push with my throat, but with my abdomen. But then they said, "This time when you push, push with all of your strength. If you feel like screaming, scream." So I pushed so hard. I screamed. My baby was born at 2:22 AM and baby started crying right away. I started yelling, "I did it. I did it. I can't believe it." And yeah, just for a few seconds, I had no idea if he was a boy or girl because I right away put him in my chest. And then my husband looked and he said, "Oh my god, it's a boy." And yeah, people asked, "So what's his name?" And we said, "His name is Rio." Rio in Spanish means river. And it also stands for the flow of life. I really, really think it really honored the way that he arrived into this world. And honestly, he's a pretty chill and easy going baby. So it was honestly the best day of my life. And later my doula, my doctor and I just, just went through the whole story. And again, we all said, I think my mental and spiritual state of mind was very different. This time was much more positive. I also really felt held by my drive. I had this chat of my all my best friends in this WhatsApp chat, and they were all rooting for me. And also, remember I told you there was this shaman, like this magician priest who told me that I was going to be able to do it? They gave us a candle. My mom lighted the candle when we went to the hospital, and the candle turned off by itself at 2:20 and Rio was born at 2:22. So that was pretty magical as well.Julie: Wow.Sophia: Yeah. And just the last thing I'll say about the story is that also, my gynecologist and my doula were also in a different state of mind. They had had a lot of VBAC experience which was great. And my doula always told me, "It doesn't matter how your baby is born. What matters is the experience, and that you really feel this connection with your baby. But in this case, Adriana told you to push this baby out, and you understood the assignment. You literally delivered your baby, and you had the baby when you were asked to do so, and that in itself is strength." So, yeah, that's my story.Julie: I absolutely love that. Just all of it. What a journey. I'm sorry. I'm trying to figure out where to start. I took some notes as you were talking, and I just think it's so incredible, all of the different things that you did to prepare. I really like what your doula told you during your pregnancy about your personality that you've always had clarity and determination. It was something like that. She said, "Clarity and determination is your personality." I love that because I think sometimes it's easier to advocate and fight and navigate having a VBAC when that clarity and determination is already something that comes naturally to us. It's not something that comes naturally to everybody. It's not good or bad or assigned into a category. It just is. And like me, I'm incredibly stubborn, and I will fight sometimes harder than I should to get the things that I want or desire. And I think that my stubbornness played a huge part in working towards that. Sometimes it's just easier to advocate for yourself when you already have those strong personality traits.Sophia: So yeah, for sure.Julie: But it's okay because you don't have to have those strong personality traits inherently in order to get your VBAC. There are lots of other things that you can do and lots of other things that are on your side as well. I wanted to touch on some of the things that you did to prepare. You took the VBAC class which is amazing. I love our VBAC class. It's really incredible. Lots of good information. I feel like obviously, it's pretty well-rounded and has lots of different characteristics and addresses all of the different learning styles and things like that. Things for the data junkie like me, and things for the people who are more holistic minded, things that are more mentally mental preparation focused, and things like that. You talked about Rebozo, Spinning Babies, and learning how to relax your mind and your body, the positioning of the baby, acupuncture. You hired a very, very good doula and provider who both had lots of VBAC experience. That was also something that was really important to me. I interviewed, I think, like 12 doulas when I was preparing for my first VBAC because I really wanted a doula who had a VBAC herself and supported lots of VBAC families. I don't think it's necessary that to have a doula who has had a VBAC herself in order to have a really solid VBAC doula. I don't think that's necessary, but that's something that was important for me.Sophia: Yeah, for sure. For me, too.Julie: Yeah. Yeah. I wanted midwives who had done lots of VBACs, and that was really important to me. Now it's not, like I said, necessary, but it's something that you can put in your toolkit to prepare. So I feel like a lot of times I hear people say something to the effect of, "I tried all the things, and I still didn't get a VBAC or I tried all the things and I didn't get a vaginal birth." And you know what? Some people try all of the things and don't get a delivery method that they want. And some people do literally nothing and have a perfect birth. I want to just tell you that birth is inherently unfair. Sophia: Yeah.Julie: Especially with the way our system is set up to handle pregnant women, and babies, and labor, and all of that stuff. It's inherently unfair. Sometimes you can do everything and have a completely unexpected birth experience, and sometimes you can and do absolutely nothing. My sweet sister-in-law is getting induced tomorrow. She knows absolutely nothing about labor and birth and delivery. She has no desire to know anything. She knows absolutely nothing. She's getting induced tomorrow, and I'm just really trying start hard to stay in my role as supportive sister-in-law when I see some choices that she's making that might influence her birth in a way that she doesn't want, but also, I don't think the outcome really matters to her, to be honest. I just don't think how the baby gets here matters. And that's okay. It is. That is okay. I guess my point of all of this is that you don't have to do all of the things. I feel like some people say, "I feel like I don't want to miss anything." What you need to do is learn about the things that are available to you, and then gravitate towards the ones that resonate well with you. Maybe you don't even care about Spinning Babies or what position your babies in, but you really want to focus on nutrition and getting your mind ready and finding a supportive provider. Cool. Do those things.Sophia: I really tried to enjoy this pregnancy because I only plan to have two kids, so I was like, maybe this is my last pregnancy. I just wanna make sure I enjoy it. I even did a photo shoot with my family and stuff. I just really enjoyed it. I know that for some women, it stresses them to think about all this prep, but for me, this time around, it just made me feel good just being informed and things like that. And honestly, to have a VBAC in a context like Mexico is not a minor achievement. The system is so set-up to just go into C-sections. So yeah, it was just a lot of challenges against me, but I was really lucky that I had really good service providers by my side that were supportive. My doula told me, "When we saw that you had meconium, and we saw that your baby's heart rate was descending, I'm sure any other doctor would have sent you to the OR, but Adriana, your doctor, really believed that you could do it, so that's why she decided to just give you a chance and you did it." That's just really important as well.Julie: Yeah no, I agree. If you want to do all the things, if doing all the things makes you happy and helps you feel prepared, then by all means, do all the things. I don't think you should do nothing. Let me clarify that. I think you should do something, at least one thing. But do the things that really resonate with you. I saw an Instagram post yesterday, I think. I'm trying to find it now. I think it was maybe on the account called Trusting Birth or something like that, but basically it said that there are studies that show-- nope, it is not trusting birth. Dang it. Gosh, dang it. I really want to find it. It was something about how there are studies that show that women when they're pregnant, make smart choices. Okay? They make smart choices. That doesn't mean they go deliver in the hospital and have an epidural. It's not a blanket statement, right? They make smart choices, which means they let their intuition guide them. No, not smart choices. Safe choices. Safe choices. And what is safe depends on the parent and the baby and the pregnancy. When you let women guide their own care and give them options, they make the safe choice. Now, the safe choice is different, like we just said, but the choice that is safest for them at the time. There is a study to back that up. And gosh dang it, I wish that I could find it. I'm literally on my phone right now thinking of all the different accounts it could be. I wonder if I liked it. Dang it. Anyway, if I can find it, I will have Paige, our podcast transcriber, link it in the show notes. I'll send it to her. But anyway, it was really interesting because that's what we've been advocating for all along. Trust in your intuition. Trust your gut. Trust your internal guide. You will make a safe choice. And if that's birthing at home, if it's birthing in the hospital or whatever it guides you to, if it's acupuncture, Spinning Babies, massage, getting a doula, not getting a doula, doing a VBAC class or what VBAC class to do. All of those things are safe choices that you can make for yourself. Now, dang it. I just want to hang out here until I can find it. Sophia: No worries.Can I add one more thing?Julie: Yes, please do while I keep looking.Sophia: Yeah. Talking about the safe choices, I think one of the things that made me feel very safe and allowed me to really focus on the contractions and the pushing is just knowing that my birth team was really on my side, like my doctor, my doula, and my husband. Most women who I know in Mexico have to spend a lot of time advocating for their obstetric rights, so not having to worry about that and just focus on my birth just made me feel really safe and just being able to know that they believed that I could do it.Julie: Awesome. Yes, I agree. I agree. Believing in yourself is a big thing. Granted, sometimes you'll believe in yourself. I think when I say believe in yourself and trust yourself and trust your intuition, it's not trust yourself that you can have a VBAC, although that is very important. That's important. But trust yourself that you will navigate the birth in a way that's safe and healthy for you and your baby, and that might be a repeat C-section. It might be a home birth, an unassisted birth, a hospital birth, but trust yourself that you will be able to guide yourself safely through the birth process whatever that looks like. And guess what? I found the post. I had liked it, and I just had to go into my activity in my Instagram history. It's from an Instagram account called Intentional.Birth. Intentional.Birth. And it says that there's a PhD biologist and doula, Sophie Messager who bridges the scientific and intuitive worlds of birth at the induction equation. So I think maybe that's the induction equation. Oh, I guess I don't know what the induction equation is. Anyway, so the post shows though, it says, "Research shows that women make safe choices. Because of the constant communication between the woman and the baby, women tend to know when something is wrong, and they also tend to know when something is right. Ignoring a woman's instincts is a very stupid thing to do." I like that. Women's instincts tend to know when something is right. I hear that all the time. This is what it sounds like.It sounds like, "Oh, my doctor recommended an anatomy scan at 32 weeks, but I just don't feel like that's necessary." Yeah, it's because you know something's right. Or, "I know measuring for a big baby isn't really evidence-based, but I just think I want to do it." That maybe feels like something is right, the big baby scan or whatever. Or maybe that something's wrong, right? "My doctor brought up inducing at 39 weeks. And normally I would say no, but it just feels like the right thing to do." That is your intuition. Or, "My doctor said maybe we should induce at 39 weeks, but I just don't think that that feels. That doesn't feel right to me." And so you wait. That's your intuition. Like those comments, trust that you know when your baby is safe. You know when something's wrong. You know when something's right even if you can't literally define it. Follow those feelings. They're important, and there is science to back it up.Sophia: That's how I felt when my baby was breech. I had this intuition that I'm going to be able to turn it around and, everything's going to go well, and it did. I love that there's this study backing up the importance of following your intuition.Julie: Yeah. So go check it out. It looks like, it links to the study at Sophie. That's your name? No, you're Sophia.Sophia: People call me Sophie.Julie: So yeah, there we go.Sophia: It's all connected.Julie: Yeah, there we go. It's all connected. Sophie Messager. That's M-E-S-S-A-G-E-R. That is the PhD biologist who is linked with the host. I'm going to follow this lady right now. Transformational Journey Guide for Sacred Shifts. Incredible. All right, awesome. Well, thank you so much, Sophia, for sharing your story with us today. I loved talking with you. It's incredible for everyone birthing in Mexico and Mexico City especially, we know there are a lot of similarities between the United States, but there's also some differences, and different challenges to navigate. So we appreciate hearing your perspective and your experience, and I just really enjoyed having you here with me today.Sophia: Likewise. Thank you so, so much.ClosingWould you like to be a guest on the podcast? Tell us about your experience at thevbaclink.com/share. For more information on all things VBAC including online and in-person VBAC classes, The VBAC Link blog, and Meagan's bio, head over to thevbaclink.com. Congratulations on starting your journey of learning and discovery with The VBAC Link.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-vbac-link/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

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